1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Soul |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |